Picayune, MS · Pearl River County
Petition for Domestic Abuse Protection Order
This petition asks a court for protection from domestic abuse; a petitioner seeking an order for themselves, children, or other household members completes and files it with the court.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The eight-page form collects information about the petitioner, respondent, alleged abuse, household members, and any children in common. It also lets the petitioner request emergency relief and specify protections sought, such as limits on contact or access to a residence. Supplemental forms provide space for additional people, confidential address details, and abuse facts; the petition includes a sworn statement and is directed to the court.
Who needs it
A person seeking a domestic abuse protection order for themselves or eligible household members completes the petition and submits it to the court.
Why it needs a notary
The petitioner signs the sworn statement before a notary, who completes the State of Mississippi, County of jurat block and records the commission expiration.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Petition
Download the petition and review its supplemental forms for additional household members, confidential address information, abuse details, or children in common.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter the requested information and indicate the protection and emergency relief you are seeking.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a notary session before signing the petition’s sworn statement.
- 4
Sign During the Video Session
Follow the notary’s instructions and sign the sworn statement during the session.
- 5
Submit to the Court
Follow the court’s filing instructions and provide any additional documents the petition says are needed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Picayune. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the petition notarized?
- Complete the petition, then book a commissioned online notary. Sign the sworn statement during the video session, and follow the court’s instructions for submitting the petition.
- Do I need to sign the petition in front of a notary?
- Yes. The petition contains a sworn statement that the facts are true and correct, with a block for the petitioner to swear before a notary.
- Can a commissioned online notary notarize this Mississippi form?
- Mississippi requires its own notaries to meet signers in person and has not authorized online notarization by Mississippi notaries. Mississippi law recognizes certain notarial acts performed by authorized officers of another state; confirm acceptance with the court before using an online notarization.
- Where should I file the petition?
- The form is addressed to the court, not the city. Check with the court about where and how to file; confirm with the city or chancery clerk if unsure.
Other forms in Picayune
Petition for Domestic Abuse Protection Order in other Mississippi cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.